Financial Controller

Sigmar Recruitment; Limerick; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Healthcare Contribution

Pension matched up to 5%

25 days annual leave

Bonus 10%

Rapid career progression

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment partners with a leading energy sector client to recruit a Financial Controller for Ireland. You will oversee all financial management, reporting, budgeting and annual closes, while strengthening internal controls and processes.

You will work in a hybrid setup (2 days in office, 3 days at home) with a 10% bonus, 25 days annual leave, pension matched up to 5%, and healthcare contribution. A qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with 5+ years in a similar role and strong Excel modelling is

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar financial management or controller role.
• Strong technical accounting skills and up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards.
• Experience in the energy, renewables, or infrastructure sector is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Manage the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Manage and comply with local, state, and government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.
• Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
• Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency.

Skills

Excel

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

Energy sector knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

5+ years experience

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

About the Company:
Our client is a leading player in the energy sector, focused on delivering innovative solutions for a sustainable future. With a strong commitment to growth and operational excellence, they are seeking a talented Financial Controller to join their dynamic team.

About Your New Job:

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Manage the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Manage and comply with local, state, and government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.
• Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
• Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency.

What Skills You Need:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar financial management or controller role.
• Strong technical accounting skills and up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards.
• Experience in the energy, renewables, or infrastructure sector is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary circa €90k DOE
• Hybrid working model - 2 days in office and 3 days WFH per week
• 10% bonus
• 25 days Annual Leave
• Healthcare Contribution
• Pension matched up to 5%
• Rapid career progression and development opportunities.